Vehicle recall 08V480000 · September 29, 2008
Orion VII and V
Due to various alternator cable routing configurations, it may be possible for the cable to rub on engine components.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Daimler buses is recalling 175 my 2004-2008 orion v and vii buses equipped with a cummins isl diesel engines. Due to various alternator cable routing configurations, it may be possible for the cable to rub on engine components.
- Consequence
- When the cable rubbing is not detected during regular maintenance inspections, the insulation can rub to expose the electrified cable. Arcing can cause a fire to occur.
- Remedy
- Daimler buses will reroute the alternator cable to ensure that the cable does not contact engine components. The recall is expected to begin on or before January 2009. Owners may contact daimler buses at 1-800-716-7466.
- Notes
- Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 08V480000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 29, 2008
- Filed by
- DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Owner notification
- October 20, 2008
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 175
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
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